Always interesting to read different perspectives on Emet, even if it was already talked about many times in the past and you guys are probably already tired of repeating yourselves.

I can definitely see it being annoying to have to deal with the story assuming you like a character when in reality you don't. I know a lot of people have this kind of issue with Zenos too and it was even mentioned in a QnA session I believe - when they were thinking of how to make the main character react to the mention of Zenos in 6.4.

I think everything you said is valid, there's not much that I can add or counter argue as it all comes down to opinion. As I said previously, it's just very unfortunate that this ended up happening with this character.

What I can say is what I personally feel, which is the fact that I never really cared too much about the intricacies of his character. I knew his purpose and motives, I put myself in his shoes and I thought "Damn, I probably would do the same thing". And in the end that's really all I need to appreciate the character.
When it comes to personality, I think I subconsciously cast that aside as a factor. Going back to the Asahi example: absolutely despicable personality, but I still like the character.
But of course, as always, to each their own.

Either way, still good to see different perspectives and here's hoping whoever's the next big evil man is enjoyable for everyone .